Next departures for Reading to Manchester on November 19
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Shudehill
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Manchester (Moss Lane East)
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Manchester Airport
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Shudehill
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Next departures for Reading to Manchester on November 21
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Shudehill
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Manchester (Moss Lane East)
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Manchester Airport
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Three Mile Cross, Mereoak Park & Ride
Shudehill
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Compare 3 ways to go from Reading to Manchester
We recommend carpooling
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 3 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 4274 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the wifi. Megabus UK ticket prices on this trip start at $47
Megabus Reading Manchester recent customer reviews
The coach was on time , it was clean and safe to board . Driver made sure to drive safely and there was enough space to store my luggage
5 out of 5 stars
Buumba M.
Was on time but I couldn’t change my time on the app because I made an errror and I was asked to pay 10 pounds as extra luggage while I had no luggage before I was allowed to enter with the same ticket
2 out of 5 stars
Regina L.
Wasn’t even a mega bus coach and the coach that turned up an hour late was dirty, cramped and had no heating on one of the coldest days of the year.
Manchester Coach Station, Chorlton St., , Manchester M1 3JF, United Kingdom
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Reading to Manchester by bus
What is the distance between Reading and Manchester?
About 150 miles (242 km) separate Reading and Manchester.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Reading to Manchester?
If you're headed to Manchester from Reading, chances are that your bus will leave from Mereoak P&R and arrive at Shudehill. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Manchester?
Once in Manchester, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Chill Factore, Manchester United Musuem and Tour Centre, Chester Zoo, Ordsall Hall and Play Factore.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11/17
$26
11/18
$20
Today
$31
11/20
$24
11/21
$37
11/22
$22
11/23
No data
11/24
$22
The cheapest trip from Reading to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $20
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Reading to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $20 to $53 for a bus ticket from Reading to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $22 which is on 2025-11-24.
The cheapest trip from Reading to Manchester was searched and found on Nov 18, 2025 with a price of $20
